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Testing MeetingITBSIowa Assessments Core includes all tests except Science and Social Studies.Iowa Assessments Complete assesses student achievement in Reading, Written Expression, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Language (Vocabulary, Spelling, Capitalization, and Punctuation), and Computation. Level 9 also includes assessments of Word Analysis andListening.Each test begins with one or more sample questions to give students practice with the contentand format of the test.All questions are in multiple-choice format. Students mark their answer choices on theiranswer folders by filling in a circle for each question.Tuesday, October 22Written ExpressionMonday, October 21Reading ComprehensionPurposeFormatSubtest ScheduleWednesday, October 23MathThursday, October 24Social Studies/ScienceFriday, October 25Vocabulary/Spelling/Captilization/Punctuation/ComputationSubtest DescriptionSubtest DescriptionSubtest DescriptionSubtest DescriptionSame as CogATSpecials ScheduleWe will test from 9:00am - 11:00amYou MUST read the manual prior to test administration!Examiner's ManualLocated on the shared drive*All 3rd and 5th grade students participate, including transition studentsLost, damage, or destroyed test booklets or answer documents.Copying of (by machine or in handwriting) or verbal communication about test contentContamination of the test environment due to visible teaching aidsTeachers assisting students with responsesTest session disruptionStudent cheatingStudents working ahead or looking back in a sectionStudents marking in the wrong section (more than 1 mark in the wrong section = Irregulatiry…MONITOR!!)EXAMPLES OF TESTING IRREGULARITIESAccount for all testing materials at all timesOffer/attend training for each test administrationEnsure that directions are followed exactly as stated in the manualMonitor students at all times during testingEnsure test security at all timesEnsure test confidentiality at all timesWork together as a team to ensure that testing protocols are followedWHAT CAN WE DO TO PREVENT IRREGULARITIES?

Test results will arrive in December/January.

ITBS score reports/labels are provided. Results should be shared at parent conferences in February.TEST RESULTSIt is the responsibility of all personnel in the school system to follow protocol as they become aware of testing irregularities. Report to Heidi immediately!

Only students with an IEP, 504 or TPP may receive testing accommodations.

Students may not use privacy folders, pencil grips, special lighting, food, music, etc. (if it is not standard for every child in the state…you can’t do it)TESTING IRREGULARITIESNo calculators or word-to-word translators(unless indicated in the TPP) may be used.

Scratch paper will be provided for each subtest. The same sheet may be used for multiple subtests. It must be collected and returned with other testing materials. Students should write their names and the date in the upper right hand corner on the scratch paper. Give each student 2 sheets of scratch paper even if they don’t use it.

Test administrator and/or proctor need to monitor students at all times-no sitting, grading papers, visiting, etc., please. A quick scan of the class should be done in first 2 minutes of testing!SPECIFIC TEST INFORMATION

Case managers will bubble in the State Required Codes in the “Test Administrator Use Only” section in column G. (Some may have been done during CogAT)LABELSEach class has a proctor.

Proctors will monitor test administration and hallways.

Proctors will ensure that the school environment is conducive for testing.

Proctors report any irregularities to TC.PROCTORSNo cell phones, PDAs, or other electronic devices can be on in the exam room.

Keep a timing devise to keep track of time during test administration.

Record times on sticky note…do not write in examiner’s manuals.CONTINUED…Ensure the integrity and security of the assessment is maintained

Ensure all students have an equal opportunity to participate in the assessment

Follow all testing proceduresWHAT IS A TEACHER’S RESPONSIBILITY?Examiners will count and verify test materials each morning.

Administrators will count and verify test materials when returned to testing room.

Failure to safeguard test materials or to comply with test administration procedures could adversely affect an individual’s certification status.TEST SECURITY

Never leave test unattended. They should be with you at ALL times!!!

Testing conditions should be designed to minimize the potential sharing of answers between students.TEST SECURITYREMEMBER TO SIGN IN!

Make-up tests may be given any time after the test has been administered.

You will be notified individually regarding time/location for students taking the make-up test(s).MAKE UPSEthical conduct on the part of educators and students is one component of assessment thatassures that a test is valid for the purpose for which it is used. ETHICS AND ASSESSMENTPlease follow daily reminder/procedure sheet for turn-in organization, etc.CONTINUED…Students should use No. 2 soft lead pencils with erasers (we will provide these for you). Please keep pencils in your room until testing is complete.

Please do not allow students to use mechanical pencils.

Late students will remain in the media center until testing is completed.CONTINUED…

Specific test directions are provided in the examiner’s manual and must be followed exactly to ensure a standard administration.

3rd and 5th grade students will bubble their answers on the same answer document used for CogAT. All subtests are timed.TEST ADMINISTRATIONAll instances of sharing answers and testing irregularities must be reported immediately to an administrator.If an answer document or test booklet needs to be voided, please let me know immediately.All administrators must certify all procedures were followed correctly after each standardized test.Never leave your test tub!!!! TEST SECURITYTests will remain locked in the testing room when not checked out to examiners.

All test materials must be returned to the testing room immediately following each day’s test session.TEST SECURITYArrange student desk so that they are conducive to testing.Cover any materials that could assist students on test.Read the Examiner’s Manual thoroughly before testing. Do NOT mark in the manual…use sticky notes.Prior to testing, erase any marks in test booklets. Allow students to go to the restroom before testing begins-not during testing.Place testing sign on the door before testing begins.Make sure that doors are unlocked and clear of obstructionsHave extra # 2 pencilsPick up testing tub from the Testing Room daily between 7:50am – 8:15amPREPARING FOR THE TESTNOTesting IrregularitiesOUR GOAL…Account for all testing materials at all times

Offer/attend training for each test administration

Ensure that directions are followed exactly as stated in the manual

Monitor students at all times during testing

Ensure test security at all times

Ensure test confidentiality at all times

Work together as a team to ensure that testing protocols are followedWHAT CAN WE DO TO PREVENT IRREGULARITIES?

Make-up tests may be given any time after the test has been administered.

You will be notified individually regarding time/location for students taking the make-up test(s).MAKE UPSIt is the responsibility of all personnel in the school system to follow protocol as they become aware of testing irregularities. Report to Heidi immediately!

Only students with an IEP, 504 or TPP may receive testing accommodations.

Students may not use privacy folders, pencil grips, special lighting, food, music, etc. (if it is not standard for every child in the state…you can’t do it)TESTING IRREGULARITIESStudents should use No. 2 soft lead pencils with erasers (we will provide these for you). Please keep pencils in your room until testing is complete.

Please do not allow students to use mechanical pencils.

Late students will remain in the media center until testing is completed.CONTINUED…No calculators or word-to-word translators(unless indicated in the TPP) may be used.

Scratch paper will be provided for each subtest. The same sheet may be used for multiple subtests. It must be collected and returned with other testing materials. Students should write their names and the date in the upper right hand corner on the scratch paper. Give each student 2 sheets of scratch paper even if they don’t use it.

Test administrator and/or proctor need to monitor students at all times-no sitting, grading papers, visiting, etc., please. A quick scan of the class should be done in first 2 minutes of testing!SPECIFIC TEST INFORMATION

Case managers will bubble in the State Required Codes in the “Test Administrator Use Only” section in column G. (Some may have been done during CogAT)LABELSEach class has a proctor.

Proctors will monitor test administration and hallways.

Proctors will ensure that the school environment is conducive for testing.

Proctors report any irregularities to TC.PROCTORSNo cell phones, PDAs, or other electronic devices can be on in the exam room.

Keep a timing devise to keep track of time during test administration.

Record times on sticky note…do not write in examiner’s manuals.CONTINUED…All instances of sharing answers and testing irregularities must be reported immediately to an administrator.

If an answer document or test booklet needs to be voided, please let me know immediately.

All administrators must certify all procedures were followed correctly after each standardized test.

Never leave your test tub!!!! TEST SECURITYTests will remain locked in the testing room when not checked out to examiners.

All test materials must be returned to the testing room immediately following each day’s test session.TEST SECURITYArrange student desk so that they are conducive to testing.

Cover any materials that could assist students on test.

Read the Examiner’s Manual thoroughly before testing. Do NOT mark in the manual…use sticky notes.

Prior to testing, erase any marks in test booklets.

Allow students to go to the restroom before testing begins-not during testing.

Place testing sign on the door before testing begins.

Make sure that doors are unlocked and clear of obstructionsHave extra # 2 pencils

Pick up testing tub from the Testing Room daily between 7:50am – 8:15amPREPARING FOR THE TESTREMEMBER TO SIGN IN!

Test results will arrive in December/January.

ITBS score reports/labels are provided. Results should be shared at parent conferences in February.TEST RESULTSEthical conduct on the part of educators and students is one component of assessment thatassures that a test is valid for the purpose for which it is used. ETHICS AND ASSESSMENT-Lost, damage, or destroyed test booklets or answer documents.

-Copying of (by machine or in handwriting) or verbal communication about test content

Specific test directions are provided in the examiner’s manual and must be followed exactly to ensure a standard administration.

3rd and 5th grade students will bubble their answers on the same answer document used for CogAT. All subtests are timed.TEST ADMINISTRATIONEnsure the integrity and security of the assessment is maintained

Ensure all students have an equal opportunity to participate in the assessment

Follow all testing proceduresWHAT IS A TEACHER’S RESPONSIBILITY?Examiners will count and verify test materials each morning.

Administrators will count and verify test materials when returned to testing room.

Failure to safeguard test materials or to comply with test administration procedures could adversely affect an individual’s certification status.TEST SECURITY

Never leave test unattended. They should be with you at ALL times!!!

Testing conditions should be designed to minimize the potential sharing of answers between students.TEST SECURITY Test Security/EthicsITBSNOTesting IrregularitiesOUR GOAL…Lunch Schedule